1989 Honda Integra vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Integra | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Integra | Prelude |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |